Central Japan Railway posts strong results, announces shareholder returns

Central Japan Railway Company (TSE:9022) announced robust consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, showcasing a 7.1% increase in operating revenues to JPY 1,831.847 million and a 19.3% jump in net income attributable to owners of the parent, reaching JPY 458,423 million. To enhance shareholder returns and improve capital efficiency, the board has resolved to repurchase up to 45 million of its own shares, not to exceed a total purchase price of JPY 100 billion, between May 1, 2025, and February 27, 2026. Following the repurchase, the company plans to cancel these shares on March 18, 2026.